Germany Automotive Parts Zinc Die Casting Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032

Germany Automotive Parts Zinc Die Casting Market Outlook

The Germany automotive parts zinc die casting market size reached approximately USD 152.39 million in 2023. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 2.70% in the forecast period of 2024-2032, reaching a value of around USD 193.85 million by 2032.

Key Trends in the Market

Zinc die casting is a metal casting process in which zinc alloys are melted and injected into an existent die casting mould. Its features such as low porosity, superior strength, and high electrical conductivity make it optimal for use in the automotive sector.

• Growing demand for safety essential products in vehicles is one of the crucial Germany automotive parts zinc die casting market trends. Zinc die casting is used in the manufacturing of safety components such as gears and pulleys in seat belts due to its high durability and excellent mechanical strength.

• Increased utilisation of zinc die casting for the production of lightweight vehicles is another factor driving the Germany automotive parts zinc die casting market growth. Zinc die cast parts boast low cost and lightweight benefits, which make them ideal for manufacturing lightweight vehicles.

• Stringent initiatives by the German government to reduce carbon emission from the transportation sector also propels the market growth. Zinc die casting is widely employed by auto manufacturers to reduce vehicles’ weight and improve their fuel efficiency. Moreover, in the forecast period, the growing trend of sustainability is expected to surge the usage of zinc die casting components due to their recyclability and eco-friendly manufacturing processes.

Market Analysis

Based on production, the Germany automotive parts zinc die casting market segmentations include pressure die casting, and vacuum die casting, among others. On the basis of application, the market is categorised into body assemblies, engine parts, and transmission parts, among others.

The comprehensive EMR report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis. The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the Germany automotive parts zinc die casting market, covering their competitive landscape and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, investments, and expansion plans.

• Form Technologies (Dynacast)

• Druckguss Westfalen GmbH & Co.KG  

• Protocast  

• Eisenmann Druckguss GmbH  

• Kopf Holding GmbH (Powercast)  

• Kalmbach GmbH  

• EMKA Beschlagteile GmbH & Co. KG  

• Zwerenz Industries GmbH  

• Formenbau & Werkzeugbau Siegfried Müller GmbH  

• Others

Market Share by Production

Vacuum die casting occupies a significant share in Germany automotive parts zinc die casting market owing to its ability to produce superior quality automotive parts. It is used to manufacture transmission parts such as stators, valve bodies and other components as it offers excellent reliability and quality during the manufacturing process. Furthermore, it is also utilised in the production of large and thin parts that are welded to the chassis of vehicles.

Market Share by Application

Body assemblies account for a substantial share of the Germany automotive parts zinc die casting market due to the rising demand for die casting zinc components in vehicle assembly. Growing production of electric and hybrid vehicles in the country is also expected to surge the demand for such components in the manufacturing of lightweight materials. Moreover, the effectiveness of zinc alloys in developing complex body parts is expected to further bolster the segment’s growth in the coming years.

Competitive Landscape

Form Technologies (Dynacast), a precision component manufacturer, was established in 2018 and has its headquarters in North Carolina, United States. The company provides high-quality die cast components to various sectors.

Protocast, founded in 1995, is a manufacturer of prototypes and metal parts such as aluminium, magnesium, and zinc casting. The company, with its headquarters in California, the United States, provides its services to automotive, aerospace, defence, and electronic sectors, among others.

Kopf Holding GmbH (Powercast), founded in 1973 and based in Stuttgart, Germany, is a supplier of die cast parts. The company offers aluminium, magnesium, and zinc die casting, and lightweight construction systems, among others.

Other market players include Druckguss Westfalen GmbH & Co.KG, Eisenmann Druckguss GmbH, Kalmbach GmbH, EMKA Beschlagteile GmbH & Co. KG, Zwerenz Industries GmbH, and Formenbau & Werkzeugbau Siegfried Müller GmbH, among others.

Key Highlights of the Report